On this date in 1988, the Cardinals traded Tom Herr to the Twins for Tom Brunansky. Here’s a look back at the deal: www.stlredbirds.com/2021/04/09/a...

On this date in 1991, Ray Lankford barreled over Darren Daulton to score the game-winning run in a 7-6 Cardinals victory. Here’s the full story (with video): www.stlredbirds.com/2024/12/16/r...

A look back at the trade that brought Rex Hudler to St. Louis: stlredbirds.com/2021/04/07/a...

On this date in 2019, Cardinals rookie Lane Thomas homered in his first MLB at-bat: www.stlredbirds.com/2021/04/10/a...

On this date in 1987, Tom Herr’s game-winning grand slam led celebrating Cardinals fans to toss hundreds of that night’s giveaway seat cushions onto the field … www.stlredbirds.com/2020/12/24/a...

On April 18, 1985, Vince Coleman stole two bases in his MLB debut … www.stlredbirds.com/2020/07/28/a...

On this date in 1978, Bob Forsch threw the most controversial no-hitter in Cardinals history: www.stlredbirds.com/2020/09/19/a...

On this date in 1985, Ozzie Smith ended trade speculation when he signed a new contract, then homered in the Cardinals’ home opener … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/10/09/a...

On April 16, 2006, Albert Pujols celebrated Easter with a three-homer game, including a walk-off blast in the ninth … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/03/13/a...

On this date in 1954, Wally Moon homered in his first MLB at-bat and Tom Alton became the first black player in Cardinals history … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/03/06/t...

How Cardinals closer Lee Smith became MLB’s career saves leader on April 13, 1993 … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/03/11/l...

On this date in 1954, the Cardinals traded team captain Enos Slaughter to the Yankees. The veteran slugger was still emotional when he spoke to reporters … www.stlredbirds.com/2024/01/20/w...

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Happy 38th birthday to Pete Kozma! Though he was primarily known for his defense at shortstop, his ninth-inning single drove in the winning runs in Game 5 of the 2012 NLDS.

Photo of Chick Hafey

A look back at why the Cardinals traded Chick Hafey, the defending NL batting champion and a future Hall of Famer, on April 11, 1932 … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/03/04/c...

A look back at the trade that brought Bob Uecker to St. Louis on April 9, 1964, and the story of why the Cardinals had to re-take this team photo … www.stlredbirds.com/2023/03/26/a...

On this date in 1997, 38-year-old Willie McGee hit his first career walk-off home run in the Cardinals’ home opener … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/02/21/w...

Tomorrow will mark 5 years since Nolan Arenado’s game-winning home run in his home debut as a Cardinal … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/02/22/n...

25 years ago today, Albert Pujols hit the first of his 703 career home runs: www.stlredbirds.com/2021/04/05/a...

Jim Edmonds hits his first home run as a Cardinal It didn’t take long for Jim Edmonds to officially introduce himself to Cardinals fans, hitting his first home run in just his second game with ST. Louis.

26 years ago today, Jim Edmonds hit his first Cardinals home run while another outfielder reached his own home run milestone: www.stlredbirds.com/2022/02/20/j...

Adam Wainwright wins his first career start On April 6, 2007, Adam Wainwright made his first major league start, holding the Astros to five hits over seven innings in a 4-2 Cardinals win.

A look back at Adam Wainwright’s first MLB start on April 6, 2007 … www.stlredbirds.com/2020/10/06/a...

Pirates trade Tony Peña to the Cardinals On April 1, 1987, the Cardinals traded Andy Van Slyke, Mike LaValliere, and Mike Dunne to the Pirates for all-star catcher Tony Peña.

On this date in 1987, the Cardinals and Pirates agreed to a four-player trade that sent Tony Pena to St. Louis and Andy Van Slyke to Pittsburgh. www.stlredbirds.com/2022/02/18/p...

Indians trade Mark Whiten to the Cardinals On March 31, 1993, the Indians traded outfielder Mark Whiten to the Cardinals for pitcher Mark Clark and minor-league infielder Juan Andujar

How a tragic accident led the Indians to trade “Hard Hittin’” Mark Whiten to St. Louis on this date in 1993 … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/02/15/i...

On this date in 1988, GQ placed Ozzie Smith on its cover with an article that stirred controversy across the league … www.stlredbirds.com/2024/02/03/h...

Albert Pujols returns to the Cardinals: March 28, 2022 On March 28, 2022, Albert Pujols agreed to a one-year contract worth $2.5 million plus incentives to return to St. Louis, leading to his 700th career home run.

Four years ago today, the Cardinals announced that Albert Pujols was returning to St. Louis for his final season … www.stlredbirds.com/2023/01/03/m...

Cardinals acquire reliever Jeff Lahti in trade with Reds On April 1, 1982, the Cardinals acquired reliever Jeff Lahti in a trade with the Reds. Lahti went on to be a key bullpen piece for two NL championships.

A look back at how the Cardinals acquired Jeff Lahti, a key bullpen piece for the ’82 World Series winners and the ’85 NL champs. www.stlredbirds.com/2022/02/26/c...

See how the Cardinals gambled on Bill White’s potential when they traded their ace to acquire him on this date in 1959 … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/02/12/g...

A look back at the Cardinals’ trade for Jim Edmonds 26 years ago today … www.stlredbirds.com/2022/02/10/c...

The day Babe Didrikson pitched for the Gashouse Gang On March 22, 1934, less than seven months before they won the World Series, the Cardinals sent Babe Didrikson to the mound to face the Boston Red Sox.

How arguably the greatest female athlete of the early 20th century took the mound for the Cardinals on this date in 1934 … www.stlredbirds.com/2024/01/03/t...

Why the Cardinals signed Dexter Fowler after the 2016 season On December 9, 2016, the Cardinals signed Dexter Fowler to a five-year, $82 million contract that marked the team's largest ever for an external free agent.

Former #STLCards outfielder Dexter Fowler turns 40 on Sunday. Here’s a look back at why the Cardinals signed him in December 2016 … www.stlredbirds.com/2023/11/23/w...